In this powerful episode of The Begin Again Podcast, host Gary sits down with Ali Yule, who will be celebrating three years of sobriety in August.Â
Ali shares her deeply personal journey from growing up with anxiety and substance abuse in her family to falling in love with sobriety. Despite experimenting with alcohol in high school, it was a traumatic event at 21 that thrust Ali into full-blown addiction, leading to numerous relapses and stints in rehab.Â
A turning point came after the birth of her son, where she finally chose sobriety for herself. Ali found a lifesaving sponsor and immersed herself in the AA program, discovering the freedom that comes with surrender and making amends.Â
Today, she actively fights stigma by recovering out loud and recently received a scholarship to pursue a bachelor’s degree in addiction.Â
Ali’s story is a testament to resilience, the power of community, and the possibility of a beautiful life on the other side of addiction.
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About Ali Yule Singlemann
Ali Yule Singlemann is a proud recovery advocate who embodies what it means to live sober out loud. Set to celebrate three years of sobriety in August, Ali has transformed her life and now dedicates her journey to breaking the stigma surrounding addiction and inspiring others to see that recovery is not only possible but something to be celebrated.
Her path to sobriety wasn’t easy, but it forged in her a deep sense of resilience, compassion, and purpose. Ali openly shares her experience, strength, and hope as a way to reach those who may still be struggling, offering a powerful reminder that no one has to walk this road alone. Her authenticity and willingness to be vulnerable have created a safe space for others to find courage and start their own journey toward healing.
Ali is passionate about showing that recovery is a life of freedom, pride, and purpose. She believes in “recovering out loud,” not only for herself but for everyone who needs to hear that change is possible.
Follow Ali on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/aliyule/ to connect with her story, join her growing community, and be inspired by her unwavering commitment to hope and recovery.
Show Notes
- 00:00 Introduction to The Begin Again Podcast
- 02:09 Ali’s Early Life and Struggles
- 05:56 High School and Early Adulthood Challenges
- 06:47 The Turning Point and Rehab Experiences
- 12:03 Relapse and Continued Struggles
- 17:26 Finding Sobriety and AA
- 21:20 Embracing Sobriety and Helping Others
- 36:23 Opening Up About Childhood Struggles
- 37:58 High School Experimentation and Consequences
- 38:52 The Turning Point at 21
- 40:38 The Cycle of Relapse and Recovery
- 44:28 A Life-Changing Decision
- 49:50 Embracing Sobriety and Helping Others
- 56:33 The Power of the 12 Steps
- 01:02:26 Future Aspirations and Giving Back
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